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Mets Edge Marlins 4-2; Rookie McLean Posts 2.24 ERA

7/31/2026

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Summary

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The New York Mets beat Miami Marlins 4-2 on July 30, 2026 after a 66-minute rain delay.
Rookie starter Nolan McLean pitched 6 1/3 innings, allowed two runs, struck out six and cut his ERA to 2.24, the lowest among MLB pitchers.
Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. supplied a two-RBI single in the eighth that produced the winning runs.

History

Historical Context

Founded in 1962 to replace the Dodgers and Giants, the Mets adopted their blue and orange colors. After a 40-120 debut, they won a 100-win World Series in 1969, showing a rookie pitcher could spark a turnaround. Since Steve Cohen bought the team in 2020, the club has made playoff runs (2022) and an NLCS (2024), setting the stage for the 2026 rookie’s impact.

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Story summary

The New York Mets beat Miami Marlins 4-2 on July 30, 2026 after a 66-minute rain delay.
Rookie starter Nolan McLean pitched 6 1/3 innings, allowed two runs, struck out six and cut his ERA to 2.24, the lowest among MLB pitchers.
Mets outfielder Luis Robert Jr. supplied a two-RBI single in the eighth that produced the winning runs.

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